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The Workplace SettingWhat's in it for you?Adrian Ison Manager, Healthier WorkWorkSafe ACT

The ACT Situation ACT Workplace Health Promotion Needs AnalysisA 3rd of your life is spent at workColleagues with similar interestsFacilities and resourcesRoutineYOU'RE GETTING PAID!!!On average, office workers sit for 76% of the dayProlonged sitting increases the risk of:Musculoskeletal disordersCancerCVDDeathPeople who sit for more than 11 hours a day have a 40% increased risk of death in the next three years compared with people who sit for less than four hours"I'M NOT THAT BAD""I don't sit for that long"Wrong!!"DOESN'T EFFECT ME, I EXERCISE REGULARLY"Wrong!!Prolonged sitting is an independent risk factor, even if you engage in regular exercise

There are many simple things you can do that will benefit your health

And you'll be getting paid to do it!Reduced risk of chronic disease Improved physical and mental wellbeing Increased energy and vitality Increased work enjoyment and fulfillment Improved concentration and productivity Improved team relationships

StrategiesWalking/standing meetingsStand up to talk on the phoneMove bin further awayPrint to the printer that's further awayDrink lots of water (4-6 glasses)Include standing break in meeting agendaStrategies

Order healthy catering options for meetingsHealthy Morning Tea’s (or at least options)Share a healthy tip/fact at meetingsShare interesting walking/running routes around work